Changing the light bulb on a Volkswagen Golf 7 is an extremely manipulation easy to perform . There is no need to be an excellent mechanic, it requires few tools and no knowledge of mechanics. To perform this operation, count ten minutes . But before you start repairs, make sure the problem is with the bulb. We will first of all see how to know where the problem came from, then how to replace the faulty bulb.
The bulb in the ceiling light of your Volkswagen Golf 7 has stopped working: the different origins.
The bulb is defective . This is of course the most common cause. Whatever happens, you will have to disassemble the lighting unit from your Volkswagen Golf 7. To do this, follow the steps in the following paragraph. To control it is extremely easy. In case it is a filament bulb, you can visually check that its filament is broken. In the case where on the other hand it is an LED bulb, it is necessary to check that the electricity circulates properly thanks to a voltmeter. Remember to measure the voltage on the two poles of the connector. An electrical concern . It is less frequent, however it can still happen on this Volkswagen Golf 7. There may be a short-juice, or a connector is dirty. In this case, examine the voltage at both ends. In the event that the electricity does not pass properly, it will be necessary to follow the electric wires until the cause of the failure is seen. The connectors may also be dirty. Then, it will be necessary to clean them with a specialized product and to re-measure the voltage.
How to replace the light bulb on your Volkswagen Golf 7
Once you have found the cause of the failure, you are sure the problem is with the bulb. Let's see how to replace the ceiling light bulb point by point on this Volkswagen Golf 7.
- Remove the ceiling lamp using a flat screwdriver. Pass it in the groove to make a lever.
- Disconnect the connector
- Dismount the ceiling light in order to have access to the bulb
- Remove the bulb and compare it to the new one. Naturally, the dimensions and the base must be identical
- Carefully place the new bulb
- Replace the connectors and the dome following the reverse procedure
You can now switch on the ignition and check that the bulb is working correctly. And voila, it's done! The ceiling bulb of your Volkswagen Golf 7 must work normally. Enjoy the road.